Aptar Beauty introduces new twist-to-lock aerosol actuators

September 6, 2023

Aptar Beauty has created a new range of aerosol actuators that help eliminate the need for an overcap thanks to its twist-to-lock technology. Ringo, Nora and Tina—named in tribute to iconic artists—dispense foam, gel and …

AEROBAL reports an increase in worldwide deliveries of aluminum aerosol cans

September 5, 2023

AEROBAL, the International Organization of Aluminum Aerosol Container Manufacturers, reported that global shipments by its members increased by 6.6% to just over 3.2 billion units in the first half of 2023. According to the organization, …

AEROBAL World Aluminum Aerosol Can Awards winners announced

September 3, 2023

AEROBAL, the International Organization of Aluminum Aerosol Container Manufacturers, has published the results of its competition for the best and most innovative aluminum aerosol cans in the world. Experts from world-renowned magazines in the packaging …

Precision welcomes Olivia Schmidt as Chief Commercial Officer

September 1, 2023

Precision, global manufacturer of aerosol valves, has appointed of Olivia Schmidt as Chief Commercial Officer. She will be based in New Jersey and report directly to the group CEO. With a career spanning 28 years in …

Global hazardous materials update

There is a lot to report on in the sphere of hazardous materials regulations these days and this seemed like an excellent opportunity to do a worldwide update to keep SPRAY readers informed of changes …

Risk management under TSCA

Under the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) was required to select 10 substances to undergo the first risk evaluations under the revised Toxic Substances …

Regulatory Issues

CARB There has been no notice yet on the proposed Consumer Product Survey that California Air Resources Board (CARB) staff proposed earlier this year. Originally, staff had stated that the Survey would be out this Summer. …

Corrosion Control & Prevention

They’re processes, not one-time events… Hello, everyone. The risk of corrosion is always greater than zero and could be as high as 62%, particularly when there is no corrosion data for new formulas or derivatives of …

WAIB recognizes Roger Vanderlaan with Distinguished Service Award

August 31, 2023

The Western Aerosol Information Bureau (WAIB) recognized Roger Vanderlaan of Shield Packaging by awarding him its Distinguished Service Award. Vanderlaan served on the WAIB Board for many years. As President & Board Member, he has provided invaluable …

Nick Tselentis, Executive Director of Aerosol Manufacturers Assoc. of South Africa, passes away

August 30, 2023

Nick Tselentis, Executive Director of the Aerosol Manufacturers Association of South Africa (AMA), passed away on Aug. 15 after a five-year battle with cancer. Tselentis was appointed AMA executive Director in 2011. Prior to that, he was …